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Rebirth and Incarnation in Buddhism
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Rebirth and Incarnation in Buddhism
Rebirth & Incarnation Monica : Is it an issue what the child was in their former life? Does it any matter to the parents if they come from terrible background in a former life? Luang Phaw: Actually, i
…ns that knowledge of a child's former life is often unknown. He emphasizes the importance of loving guidance and teachings based on the Dhamma, regardless of the child's background. If a child comes from an u…
Buddhist Teachings on Parenting
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Buddhist Teachings on Parenting
Rebirth & Incarnation Monica : What does the Buddhist script teach parents about how they should raise or have children? Luang Phaw: The Lord Buddha taught that parents should feed them not only with
… It emphasizes that parents are responsible for providing not just food, but also moral and ethical guidance. Key principles include teaching children to abstain from misdeeds like killing and theft, practici…
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Monastic v.s Secular Life is willing to come. For example, one is given guidance on how to have the right livelihood which would secure for oneself to be reborn only in the wholeso…
How to Meditate: A Guide
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How to Meditate: A Guide
How to Meditate? Luang Phaw: Are you picturing with ease or do you need special Monica effort? : No, I have to concentrate but I have been trying to do that before. I cannot concentrate on two things
…ca shares her struggles with concentration and her ability to see a clearer image in her mind. With guidance, she learns that visualization is essential for effective meditation and can improve her practice o…
How to Meditate: Visualizing and Practicing
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How to Meditate: Visualizing and Practicing
How to Meditate? Monica Are you picturing your son at home or somewhere else? : Right now I have to concentrate more to visualize it really well. It's at home, yes. Luang Phaw: So, try picturing your
In this dialogue between Monica and Luang Phaw, Monica seeks guidance on meditation techniques. Luang Phaw encourages her to visualize her son clearly, noting that a str…
Basic Meditation Practice
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Basic Meditation Practice
Basic Meditation Practice If you have an experience that differs from just seeing the shining sun, do not get excited or emotional. Treat it as though it is normal. Observe the image without emotions.
Practical guidance on meditation encourages practitioners to observe their experiences without emotional reactions. By…
Building a Trustworthy Family
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Building a Trustworthy Family
involvement with this distrustful person. Good people will not want to befriend dishonest people because they do not want to gain a bad reputation through association. So if a person in a family does
…dama (self-control). Practicing self-control involves being alert, seeking knowledge, and following guidance from knowledgeable teachers. Engaging with skilled instructors enhances understanding and personal …
Creating Harmony in the Family
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Creating Harmony in the Family
Chapter 15 Creating Harmony in the Family Children of broken families often display certain characteristics such as disobedience and negative attitudes. Obviously, that is not something that is desira
…es faced by children from broken families and the negative traits that can develop due to a lack of guidance and family unity. It highlights how conflicts among siblings and different schedules contribute to …
Building a Unified Community: The Four Bases of Social Solidarity
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Building a Unified Community: The Four Bases of Social Solidarity
…rity, they will become highly regarded pundits. When there are conflicts, these parents can provide guidance. How they address them depends on the matter at hand. They can find solutions as a team. 2. People …
The text discusses the importance of parents' behavior towards their neighbors, emphasizing Buddha's Four Bases of Social Solidarity: Generosity, Kind Speech, Useful Conduct, and Even Treatment. It hi
Guiding Children Away from Negative Influences
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Guiding Children Away from Negative Influences
make sound judgments whether they should or should not do something. 2. Keeping your children away from Apayamukha. In the event where the children are already addicted to Apayamukha, the only way to
…en to understand the ramifications of their choices and to recognize parental love as the basis for guidance is highlighted. Parents can help shape a better future for their children by fostering good values,…
Fathers That Children Hate
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Fathers That Children Hate
Chapter 26 Fathers That Children Hate Sometimes when a father is addicted to the roads to ruin, [Apayamukha] and unable to be the leader of the household, the responsibilities fall upon the mother. If
… responsibility on mothers and breeds resentment in children. It highlights a case of a boy seeking guidance from Luang Phaw about his father, emphasizing the importance of addressing these complex family iss…
The Significance of Ordination in Thai Culture
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The Significance of Ordination in Thai Culture
I have seen parents make funeral arrangements for their children, grandparents for their grandchildren. It should not be this way, and I certainly did not want this to happen to me. But since life is
…o one's parents and discusses the belief in merit gained through supportive acts. The senior monk's guidance serves as a pivotal point for decision-making, emphasizing that in the end, family connections and …
Understanding the Three Characteristics of Buddhism
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Understanding the Three Characteristics of Buddhism
Characteristics (tilakkhana), consisting of impermanence (aniccata), suffering (dukkhata), and non-self (anattata). This truth stands behind all living beings in this world. The truths of the Law of K
…ngs and monks can hinder their understanding of Kamma. The text stresses the importance of parental guidance in shaping children's perspectives towards merit-making and the role of monks in society. It highli…
บทเรียนเกี่ยวกับความรับผิดชอบในสังคม
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บทเรียนเกี่ยวกับความรับผิดชอบในสังคม
๑๕๘ คัมภีร์กู้วิกฤตชาติ ๒. บุตรขาดความสำนึกรับผิดชอบ ต่อศักดิ์ศรีแห่งความเป็นมนุษย์ของผู้อื่นที่ร่วมสังคม ถ้าพ่อแม่ผู้ปกครองขาดวินัย ไม่ปฏิบัติหน้าที่ของตนๆ ให้ สมบูรณ์ ผลเสียที่จะเกิดขึ้นประการที่ ๒
…unpleasant individuals, which isolates them socially. This underscores the crucial role of parental guidance in shaping responsible individuals for a harmonious society.
Fortifying Mental Health
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Fortifying Mental Health
When it comes to physical strength, we know that we must eat nutritious and wholesome foods and exercise to have a strong, healthy and functional body. However, most people do not know how to fortify
…s often prioritized, many overlook the importance of mental fortitude. Luang Phaw Dhammajayo offers guidance during tough times, providing encouragement for those feeling defeated by life's pressures. His tea…
Venerable Dhammajayo: A Pioneer of Buddhist Meditation
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Venerable Dhammajayo: A Pioneer of Buddhist Meditation
Nun Chand Khonnokyoong). She was one of the most respected Buddhist Meditation teachers at that time. Later on, Chaibul was ordained at Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen on the 27 August 1969. After six years o
…, a notable Buddhist meditation teacher, was ordained at Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen in 1969. Under the guidance of Phramongkolthepmuni, he developed the Dhammakaya School of meditation and established a model te…
Buddhist Teachings on Parenting
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Buddhist Teachings on Parenting
Rebirth & Incarnation Monica Luang Por 20 20 : What does the Buddhist scripture teach parents about how they should raise or have children? : The Lord Buddha taught that parents should feed them not o
The Buddhist scriptures provide profound guidance for parents on raising children. They emphasize the importance of not only providing food but also …
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…provide a better understanding of Buddhism, until one is willing to come. For example, one is given guidance on how to have the right livelihood which would secure for oneself a rebirth only in the wholesome …
How to Meditate: A Beginner's Guide
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How to Meditate: A Beginner's Guide
How to Meditate? Monica : Ok, to my tummy. I've got it now, I have it there. Luang Por Well, have you made it? Monica Luang Por Monica Luang Por Monica Luang Por Monica : : Yes. I think I have made it
In this discussion, Monica shares her journey of learning to meditate with guidance from Luang Por. They highlight that meditation is simple and can be practiced at any time, whether …
The Rising Interest in Buddhist Philosophy in the Occidental World
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The Rising Interest in Buddhist Philosophy in the Occidental World
While Buddhism was born and has prospered in the Oriental world, blessing people with the teachings that guide them towards happy lives and both mental and physical wellbeing, people from the Occident
Buddhism, with its roots in the Oriental world, has provided guidance for happy living and holistic wellbeing. Recently, individuals from the Occidental world show incre…